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{{guild infobox|guild=Bard|image=Small_bard_300.jpg |
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|skill1=Lore|skill2a=Magic|skill2b=Weapon|skill3a=Survival|skill3b=Armor |
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|abilities= Recall, Playact, Enchantes |
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|mana=Elemental}} |
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Masters of Music, and well schooled in a wide range of skills and lore, a '''Bard''' drinks in all he or she can of the happenings of the lands and uses it to their advantage. To attempt to define a Bard is to try to put order to the sands on the shore -- they are warriors, performers, wanderers, teachers, scholars... and much much more. |
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A boon to any adventuring group, their area-affecting magic can be instrumental to its survival and success. Be sure to bring extra libations, for a Bard's job is thirsty work. |
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About 180 years ago, a darkness fell upon the Guild with their near extermination by the [[Dragon Priests]], silencing their voice and scattering their unity. The spirit of Music was reawakened by the selfless acts of [[Siryn]] -- and the voices of those who sang for her. Much has been rebuilt since the Guild doors were reopened, a new spirit and unity grows within that portents to rival and surpass what once was a proud and vibrant past. |
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==General Information== |
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Information courtesy of [http://www.play.net/dr/info/guilds/bard.asp Dragonrealms Website]. |
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=== Guild Hall Locations === |
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; [[Crossing]] |
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: Considered by some the 'main' Guildhall for Bards, this renovated structure is home to the famed Bard [[Silvyrfrost]]. (You can type DIR BARD for directions.) |
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; [[Riverhaven]] |
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: Rebuilt upon the location of its predecessor, the Riverhaven Guild stands tall with plenty of space for the Guild Leader [[Ezruh]] and his companion [[Simon]]. (You can type DIR BARD for directions.) |
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; [[Shard]] |
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: Sequestered in one of the city's many drinking establishments, the Guild Leader [[Macfrae]] tends to his cups as well as those Bards that pass by his table. |
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; [[Ratha]] |
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: Located in the Theater District of the third tier of Ratha, the workshop is more of an office for repair work than a true Guildhall. |
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; [[Muspar'i]] |
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: Located near the Heketha Theatre and the Street of Performers, the Guildhall is cared for by the Bard Leader [[Selinthesa]]'s watchful eye. |
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;[[Forfedhdar]] |
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:Found in Inner Hibarnhvidar. Also located in the Guildhall is [[Siryn]]'s study, which is watched over by Guildleader [[Yaziyi]]. |
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;[[Aesry]] |
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:The white sentinel is rumored to contain a large Bardic guildhall, unfortunately access is currently unavailable. |
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=== Skillsets and Common Races=== |
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A bard's primary [[Guilds#Specific_Skill_Sets|skillset]] is {{catskill|Lore}}. {{Catskill|Magic}} and {{Catskill|Weapon}} are secondary skillsets, with {{catskill|Survival}} and {{catskill|Armor}} as tertiary skills. |
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Bards break down into the following races: |
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{| |
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| [[:Category:Elf|Elven]] |
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|align="right"| 50% |
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|- |
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| [[:Category:Human|Human]] |
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|align="right"| 18% |
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|- |
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| [[:Category:Prydaen|Prydaen]] |
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|align="right"| 13% |
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| [[:Category:Dwarf|Dwarven]] |
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|align="right"| 9% |
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|} |
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==Guild Abilities== |
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===Vocal Technique=== |
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Anyone can sing, but a Bard is fully trained in using his or her voice, lending to it a refined vocal range (Examples: Tenor, Soprano, etc.). This vocal range stands out when SINGing or CHANTing, or with enough skill while leading a CHORUS of fellow Guildmates. |
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===Instrumental Technique=== |
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Bards who keep their focus on their instruments can maintain a higher inspirational state, affording them a greater performing skill that can affect all aspects of their music. |
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===PLAYACT=== |
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An advanced performance ability, [[Playact ability|<tt>PLAYACT</tt>]] allows a Bard to perform with greater effect and clarity for their audience. |
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===RECALL=== |
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Bards are the tellers of stories and the keepers of knowledge; they know countless stories of legends and folklore, and they remember. This allows them to be adept at learning information about the areas they visit through numerous means -- local gossip, rumor, legends, folklore, superstitions. With the right training, a Bard can tune in to the lands, spirits, ancient calendars and [[Recall command|<tt>RECALL</tt>]] what was. |
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===Bardic Whistling=== |
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Over the years Bards have developed several special [[Bardic Whistling|techniques]] with whistling, from just being more expressive to being able to distract enemies with a piercing whistle. Rumor has it some Bards have also learned to effectively communicate via whistling. |
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===Bardic Screams=== |
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Many a story has been told of Bards who have mastered the control of their voice to a degree where it can be used as a weapon in battle. While many of these legendary [[Bardic Screams|techniques]] have been lost, there persist to this day stories of Bards vanquishing their foes with a defiant scream. |
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===Showmanship=== |
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Over the course of their career, Bards learn many techniques to aid them in performance. Among them are the ability to convincingly [[BLUFF|<tt>BLUFF</tt>]] their audience, or [[SLIP|<tt>SLIP</tt>]] in some dazzling sleight of hand tricks. Bards have also been known to learn the art of [[ventriloquism]], throwing their voice onto props, and, if stories are to be believed, even other people. |
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== Enchantes == |
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Bards use their skill with sound -- through their music skills -- to weave Elemental mana into magic songs called [[Definition of an Enchante|Enchantes]]. Enchantes fall under these four books: [[:Category:Ballads and Romances|Ballads and Romances]], [[:Category:Concertos and Sonatas|Concertos and Sonatas]], [[:Category:Nocturnes and Requiems|Nocturnes and Requiems]], and [[:Category:Allegros and Capriccios|Allegros and Capriccios]]. |
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==Miscellaneous Information== |
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* '''Guild crest:''' A wren perched upon a fisted gauntlet over a lute of gold. |
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*[[Bard Titles]] |
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[[Category:Guilds]] |
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Revision as of 15:34, 28 July 2008
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